Turkey · Segway

3-Hour Evening Segway Tour of Istanbul's Historic Landmarks

3 Hours Round trip from Binbirdirek Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Ride a Segway through Istanbul's historic centre in the evening
  • 02 See the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, two icons of the city's heritage
  • 03 Pass Topkapı Palace, the former residence of Ottoman sultans
  • 04 Visit Hippodrome Square, once the scene of chariot races, gladiator fights, and riots
  • 05 See the famous Bozdoğan Aqueduct and Süleymaniye Mosque

Explore Istanbul's historic heart on an evening Segway tour and cover more ground without the strain of walking. Ride past some of the city's most famous landmarks, including the Hippodrome Square, Blue Mosque, Topkapı Palace, Hagia Sophia, Şehzade Mosque, Bozdoğan Aqueduct, and Süleymaniye Mosque. Along the way, witness the different architectural styles that have shaped the city's heritage structures.

Hop on your Segway and head to Hippodrome Square, which over the years has witnessed gladiator fights, chariot races, and many riots.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Istanbul
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Evening Segway Ride Through Historic Istanbul

  • Receive a short lesson from your Istanbul (Turkish) tour guide on how to ride the Segway safely.

  • Hop on your Segway and head to Hippodrome Square, which over the years has witnessed gladiator fights, chariot races, and many riots.

  • Continue to the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, also known as the Blue Mosque because of the hand-painted blue tiles that adorn its interior walls.

  • See Topkapı Palace, the primary residence of the Ottoman sultans during the 15th century, which is now a museum.

  • Ride on to Hagia Sophia, also known as the Church of Holy Wisdom, considered the epitome of Byzantine architecture.

  • Take a break at Gülhane Park, the oldest and largest urban park in Istanbul.

  • Ride your Segway to Constantine's Column (Cemberlitas), before arriving at Beyazıt Square and Mosque.

  • Inspect the Şehzade Mosque, considered by historians to be Sinan's first masterpiece.

  • See the famous Bozdoğan Aqueduct and continue to Süleymaniye Mosque, the second largest mosque in Istanbul.

End the tour at the office.

Hippodrome of Constantinople, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, Topkapı Palace

Where this trip takes you

Hippodrome of Constantinople, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, Topkapı Palace

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Binbirdirek 1 city · 3 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Segway training

  • English-speaking Istanbul (Turkish) tour guide

  • Helmet and audio headset

  • Waterproof gear, in case of rain

What's Not Included

  • Tips and gratuities

  • Personal expenses

What to bring

  • ID

Know before you go

  • Make sure to carry your ID.

  • The tours run in all weather conditions; waterproof gear is provided in the event of rain.

  • Payment by credit card is possible.

  • A full refund is possible only for cancellations made 48 hours before the tour.

  • Guests will be provided with a helmet and must fill out a liability waiver form.

You will not be allowed to ride the Segway if you are:

  • Over 100 kg (220 lb)

  • Younger than 14 years or older than 75 years

  • Pregnant

  • Under the influence of alcohol or drugs

  • Tour starts daily at 20.00; tour duration is 3 hours.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
İstanbul, Turkey
Tour start
Binbirdirek, Sultan Ahmet Parkı No:2, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 hours finish where they began, in Binbirdirek.

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